Letting Death In

By Samuel Ludke

"Letting Death In" by Samuel Ludke invites readers on an introspective journey through the delicate interplay of life and mortality. In this poignant collection of poetry, Ludke delves fearlessly into the depths of human existence, exploring themes of loss, love, and the enigmatic passage of time.

With each verse, Ludke crafts a tapestry of emotions, weaving together moments of profound introspection and raw vulnerability. From the haunting beauty of nature's cycle to the haunting specter of grief, his words resonate with a timeless resonance that speaks to the universal human experience.

Through lyrical imagery and evocative language, "Letting Death In" challenges readers to confront their own mortality, urging them to embrace life's fleeting moments with newfound appreciation and grace. Poignant, thought-provoking, and deeply moving, this collection is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to illuminate the darkest corners of the human soul.

• Language: English
• Publisher: American Poets Inc.
• Release date: Apr 22, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224932085

Samuel Ludke

Samuel Howard Ludke is an American Poet, Western Writer, and Author. His poetry deals with life, love, death, and the pursuit of the American Dream. He has written thousands of poems, almost one hundred books, and articles for many newspapers across the country. 

Book preview

Loving her again

The world, a canvas washed in shades of gray,

Each day a drudgery, a tiresome play.

The sun, a stranger, warmth a distant dream,

My heart, a barren field, a lifeless stream.

But then, a flicker, a whisper on the breeze,

A memory's echo, carried on the trees.

Your name, a songbird, on the wind it flew,

And in that moment, colors pierced the blue.

The world transformed, a vibrant tapestry,

Sunbeams danced, a joyous symphony.

Flowers bloomed anew, a fragrant, vibrant choir,

My barren field set ablaze with love's sweet fire.

Each step a pilgrimage, a heart's desire,

Across the miles, fueled by love's inner pyre.

Mountains trembled at the name I spoke,

Oceans parted, the very heavens awoke.

Days turned to weeks, a yearning, endless tide,

Counting the moments, with hope as my guide.

Nights were tapestries woven with your face,

Aching for a touch, a loving embrace.

Then, on a dawn, painted with sunrise gold,

A silhouette emerged, a story yet untold.

A gasp escaped me, a tremor in my soul,

There, standing tall, you made the whole world whole.

Time stood suspended, a teardrop in its eye,

The universe held its breath, beneath a boundless sky.

Years of absence melted in your gaze,

A love unspoken, etched in memory's maze.

Your smile, a sunrise, chasing night away,

Banishing shadows, bringing forth the day.

Your eyes, twin galaxies, where stars ignite,

Reflecting love's embrace, a radiant, endless light.

Words stumbled forth, a hesitant refrain,

Trying to capture the joy, the cleansing rain.

A million sentences condensed to one,

I love you, whispered, the battle finally won.

Tears, like crystal rivers, flowed freely down,

Washing away the years, the hurt, the lonely crown.

You held me close, a haven from the storm,

In that embrace, I found my heart, reborn.

We stood together, beneath the boundless blue,

A tapestry of love, forever stitched anew.

And as we walked, hand in hand, beneath the